Sterile Processing Technician III

Sterile Processing Technician III

Location:

Kansas Campus

Work Type:
Full Time

Work Days:
Monday-Friday

Work Hours:

11:00a-7:30p

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

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Reprocesses instruments using high level disinfection (HLD) or sterilization techniques according to manufacturers instructions for use (IFU). Work is completed in a collaborative, team based environment. Performs biological and chemical testing on HLD and sterilization equipment. Monitors instrument and supply inventory. Assists in the maintenance of a safe environment and promotes efficiency of operations. Demonstrates commitment to maintaining and improving departmental/unit standards of care and practice.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.

If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Reprocesses instruments for sterilization.
• Maintains an adequate supply of sterile and nonsterile supplies for the department.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of surgical instruments.
• Performs quality testing,as recommended per industry standard.
• Performs secretary/clerical functions.
• Follows regulatory standards ensuring a safe environment and promotes efficiency of operations.

• HS diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years experience 3 years experience as a sterile processing technician required.
• One of the following:
  Certified Registered Central Service Technician, Certified Instrument Specialist required upon hire
• Employees must obtain Certified Registered Central Service Technician or equivalent within 365 days
• Employees must obtain Certified Instrument Specialist or equivalent within 365 days
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Required 1 Year
• or Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Required 1 Year
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) Preferred

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $21.93/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the…